War and peace voices on general staff and Roosevelt
A writer argues against militarism and supports a general staff though some oppose it. The coming peace conference is hailed as historic with Wilson guiding aims and Roosevelt criticized for opposing policies. The piece critiques war, supports democracy, and ponders Roosevelt’s absence from the talks.
Railroads Ownership Debate Faces Republicans
The piece critiques Republican party organs for attacking President Wilson over government ownership of railroads. It contrasts their angry stance with Wilson's consistent call to return the railroads to their original owners as soon as feasible, noting their political inconsistency.
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Wilson
McAdoo
The Backward Peoples Plan for Global Trade
A discussion on teaching the backward peoples modern business methods to expand German trade, led by Dr. David Lubin. Proposes an international industrial league to establish zones of foreign commerce and train locals, while warning of potential home-market impact and political meddling.
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David Lubin
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Rome
Lubin
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England
George Washington
Wartime Housewifery: Weekly Household Inspections
Orances Marshall advises weekly household checks by the housewife or a family member. Clean the refrigerator and cupboards, air and dry shelves, ventilate the cellar, and wash floors and dusters. Track meals to avoid a one sided diet and vary cooking methods and foods each week.
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Public commentary and wry notes on everyday life
A collage of editorial quips and observations from multiple papers. Items critique public services praise or mock sports figures and cultural trends, noting Taft at a ball game, German policy choices, and the rise of music and physical training in St. Louis night courses. The tone is brisk, opinionated, and lightly satirical.
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America
Soldier Averts Conflict With Civilian Secretary of War
In a Pest area tale a lieutenant berates a peaceful civilian when asked his wartime role. The civilian, calmly revealing he is the secretary of war, quips I would rather receive mail than deliver it, and a democrat loves to serve. The anecdote reflects office conduct and service ethos in wartime.
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Quotations and quips echo through American humor
The fragmentary text compiles brief jokes and dialog samples from various sources including the Boston Transcript and Boston Globe style quips. It highlights reflections on patriotism marriage and society with lines about judges privacy and freedom of the seas.
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Hoboken
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